Great for breakfast, good for lunch too. Always fresh tasty food, friendly service, and great outdoor dining on sunny days

Great food, good coffee, sometimes a wait on weekends. The omelets, hash browns and pancakes are yummy.

Walnut Cafe has many good things about it--the location, the outdoor seating, the portions. The waitstaff is generally friendly and hardworking, and will hustle if you need a side of mayo or more water. But I have been coming here for years, and I still can't understand why, in a town with diverse food requirements, they refuse to offer any... More 

"Would like some more coffee?" The coffee girls here really want to refill your coffee, very badly. They come by every 4-5 minutes...it is their mission objective to keep your mug full...love it! We need more of this in San Diego. Tasty brunch dishes from $7-12... $10 Chorizo plate...nothing amazing, but pretty darn good. $12 Carnitas breakfast plate...now this is... More 

If you are in Santa Cruz, be sure to stop in at the Walnut Ave Cafe! It has been a staple there for many years! The place is buzzing with excitement! Everyone is working hard and efficiently moving like a well-oiled machine. Lots of friendly staff to serve you! It is busy so give yourself a little extra time for... More 

Great value, service and food. Huevos Mexicanos, egg scramblea and whipped cream topping Mochas. Delish!